From the category archives:

Baby and Child

Chihuahua Mary Janes by EmandSprout

August 14, 2009
Chihuahua Mary Janes by EmandSprout

Are you ready? Today I’m fortunate to be able to announce the newest contributor to Try Handmade: Ciaran Blumenfeld! You may know her as Momfluential or as the creator of Francie Pants, or through Popshopology, but I know her as the new Handmade Baby and Child author. Welcome her and leave a comment to say [...]

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Barking Bird Art

June 13, 2009
Barking Bird Art

Barking Bird Art: Hello! My name is Rebecca and I live in Portland, Oregon with a baby, a teenager, a husband, two nice cats and a REALLY stubborn dog. I like illustration, cute things, and a strong cup of tea.

Erika Jurney is the founder of Try Handmade. You can follow her on Twitter and Facebook, [...]

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Monkey Lisa Cranklz for Crocs

June 11, 2009
Monkey Lisa Cranklz for Crocs

I have to be upfront here: I’m a Crocs hater. That said, I know a ton of kids who adore them, and Monkey Lisa has come up with a product which makes me less negative about plastic shoes. “Cranklz” straps for Crocs shoes. They are very cute, make the shoes look less mass-produced and fit [...]

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ManiMina dresses for girls

May 20, 2009
ManiMina dresses for girls

This elegant and affordable little girl’s dress is part of ManiMina’s new Summer line, and I can’t wait to see more from it!

Erika Jurney is the founder of Try Handmade. You can follow her on Twitter and Facebook, or learn more about her love of the handmade.

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For your little bruiser

May 10, 2009
For your little bruiser

Made to measure soft lined leather bracelets for infants by Brykin Wear.

Erika Jurney is the founder of Try Handmade. You can follow her on Twitter and Facebook, or learn more about her love of the handmade.

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Formal wear for your monkey

May 3, 2009
Formal wear for your monkey

Who says boys can’t be cute? I have 3, and they wore these shirts from Super Sweet Creations all last fall and winter for Thanksgiving, Christmas parties, birthdays, and other special occasions. I love having an outfit that gives a nod to a formal event, but is made by someone who clearly understands that kids [...]

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Excuse *you*

April 18, 2009
Excuse *you*

These will almost make you forget how lovely it is to wipe up drool and york-ed up yams.
Monster burp cloth set by Nisalissa.

Chenille burp cloths by baby momo.

Designer burp cloth set by Giddy for Paisley.

Hand dyed burp cloths by laundry monster.

Erika Jurney is the founder of Try Handmade. You can follow her on Twitter and [...]

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Inspire your children

January 7, 2009
Inspire your children

If you’re searching for an alternative to traditional “children’s room art” look no further.

About the artists: 3CD KidStuff is a collaborative effort of the folks at 3CD.
Tony, Mitch, Nikki, Dan, Omar, Mo, and Lauren have been “speaking to kids” through our graphic design work (mostly schoolbooks) since 1989. We thought it might be fun to [...]

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For a sweet tiny elfen person

December 11, 2008
For a sweet tiny elfen person

Handknit Organic Merino Hooded Cardigan by Shescrafty.

Erika Jurney is the founder of Try Handmade. You can follow her on Twitter and Facebook, or learn more about her love of the handmade.

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Sweetness and Light for your little girl

September 8, 2008
Sweetness and Light for your little girl

Wonderful skirts to layer with leggings for the Fall.

Oh, that I were 5 years old again.

By my sweet kate.

Via Mom-O-Matic.

Erika Jurney is the founder of Try Handmade. You can follow her on Twitter and Facebook, or learn more about her love of the handmade.

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Gocksfrocks Elegantly Handmade Clothing for Girls

August 6, 2008
Gocksfrocks Elegantly Handmade Clothing for Girls

I have three boys, but it is clothing like this which sometimes makes me wish I also had a girl.

Gorgeous clothing for your little one.

Handmade and lovely girl’s clothing by gocksfrocks.

Erika Jurney is the founder of Try Handmade. You can follow her on Twitter and Facebook, or learn more about her love of the handmade.

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Fun Monster Painting

July 28, 2008
Fun Monster Painting

I see this painting livening up a kid’s room while also helping them think of nice monsters at bed time. Cute paintings for kid’s rooms by Bubbly Shnooks – MichelleAlynn.

Erika Jurney is the founder of Try Handmade. You can follow her on Twitter and Facebook, or learn more about her love of the handmade.

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Simple and Elegant Baby Receiving Blankets

July 16, 2008
Simple and Elegant Baby Receiving Blankets

Sweet, simple, and just perfect for gift-giving, these blankets are unlike typical baby fare.

Made by hand from high-quality snuggly fabrics. From Mairzey Dotes. (UPDATE: they are no longer in business.)

Erika Jurney is the founder of Try Handmade. You can follow her on Twitter and Facebook, or learn more about her love of the handmade.

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Cotton Batik Ring-Style Baby Sling Carriers

July 15, 2008
Cotton Batik Ring-Style Baby Sling Carriers

Carry your precious bundle in a lovely ring-style sling made from 100% cotton batik. Think you’re not coordinated enough to pull it off? That’s OK, because it comes with a detailed instruction booklet. From Baby Love Slings.

Erika Jurney is the founder of Try Handmade. You can follow her on Twitter and Facebook, or learn more [...]

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Ko Neko the Kawaii kitty baby shoes

June 10, 2008
Ko Neko the Kawaii kitty baby shoes

So adorable that they almost make this mom of 3 boys want to have a girl. Almost. By Aurelia and Annalise.

Erika Jurney is the founder of Try Handmade. You can follow her on Twitter and Facebook, or learn more about her love of the handmade.

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